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Overview
Our purpose is to create a better way for people to live. We care about the quality of homes that we build, the people who help us build them, the communities we create and the society in which we live.
Our Specialist Graduate Programme is designed to support your drive and ambition to enable you to become an integral part of the business in a department that you are passionate about.
THE ROLE
The role will support our Technical Department in achieving its purpose to design and build quality homes that push the boundaries of innovation and exceed expectations.
In this role you will get to work in various areas of the Technical Department and learn from technical professionals such as our designers and engineers. Our aim is for you to gain a real breadth and depth of experience and take on early and increasing responsibility.
Over two years, you will be mentored by some of the most experienced people in our industry. From the offset, you will be supported to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and guidance, enabling you to excel in your chosen career.
Below are some example job responsibilities you may gain exposure to:
- Assist with the preparation of planning applications and packs under guidance from the design team
- Assist with the production of layouts and technical reports
- Provide technical and engineering support and information to Construction, Commercial and Sales Departments
- Monitor, produce and submit information to discharge planning and building regulation conditions
- Prepare Sales and Legal information e.g. Conveyance Plans, Sales Area Layout Drawings
- Gain knowledge and experience of civil engineering construction : roads, sewers, pumping stations and section agreements
- Liaise with external bodies in respect of site inspections e.g. local authority, water companies and environment agency
These are illustrative duties and the post holder may be expected to become involved in a range of work to enable the department to respond effectively to the requirements of the Company.
The Person
- Strong business acumen for delivering value
- Good understanding of data handling, ability to draft reports with excellent organisational and time management skills
- Drive and ambition with a positive “can do” attitude
- Good communication skills both written and verbal, with well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills
- Creative and problem-solving skills
- Full UK driving licence and own/have access to a vehicle for travel to work and sites where required
